Date Posted August 14, 2026
Industry Newsletters
Specialty Politics
Remote / Telecommute Telecommute
Job Status Part-time
Salary $45-$55 per hour

Description:

The Caucus is a new independent news outlet covering the people and issues shaping the Democratic Party. We're launching in September to cover the midterm elections and prepare for the 2028 cycle. We're hiring a part-time writer, or more than one, to produce the daily newsletter, which is at the center of our coverage.

What you'll do

  • Write and produce the newsletter on your assigned mornings
  • Determine the most important stories in Democratic politics each day, and explain what they mean
  • Turn our ratings, polling, and data into recurring sections
  • Integrate the work of our reporters and columnists into the newsletter

What we're looking for

  • A distinct writing voice, sustained on deadline
  • Working knowledge of politics, and the ability to explain it to readers
  • Familiarity with campaign finance data and public records
  • Consistency, as the newsletter will go out four days per week
Details

  • Part time (10 to 20 hours a week), remote 
  • Pay is $45-$55 an hour, depending on experience 

To apply

Send a resume and three writing samples to jobs@thecaucus.news. In a short note, tell us what you would lead with tomorrow morning and why. 

The Caucus is an independent news outlet, launched with founder funding and built to be supported by our readers. We are not affiliated with any party committee, campaign, candidate, or advocacy organization, and no one outside our newsroom shapes what we publish.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

When applying, mention you saw this opening listed at JournalismJobs.com.